Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair is an effective way to treat a rotator cuff tear. There are a lot of ways that you could have torn your rotator cuff. Some tear their rotator cuff playing sports, others in work-related injuries, and others after automobile accidents. The problem with rotator cuff injuries is that if your rotator […]
Who Might Need Shoulder Arthroscopy?
Maintaining a healthy shoulder joint is crucial if you want to move your arm without pain. While the shoulder is the most flexible joint in the body, it is also very susceptible to injury. One small problem with one of the three bones in the shoulder joint will drastically limit your arm movement while also […]
How PRP Can Help Shoulder Injuries
Shoulder injuries can really slow people down. If you have an injury in your shoulder, it can keep you from doing your job to the best of your ability. It can also get in the way of the things you love to do. The pain that comes with a shoulder injury can also throw you […]
Who Might Need Arthroscopic Chondroplasty?
Millions of Americans deal with the discomfort of arthritis every day. While the most common form of arthritis is osteoarthritis, many other types affect people as well. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease that affects the joints, causing the soft cartilage to wear down gradually. One of the treatments for osteoarthritis in the knee is a […]
How Can a CPM Machine Help After Knee Surgery?
Angelo Mattalino, MD is located in Phoenix, Arizona. It is affiliated with Arizona Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Specialists. Dr. Angelo Mattalino has over 25 years of experience in treating orthopedic injuries. His patients range from “weekend warriors” to professional athletes. Whether you are interested in learning more information about a CPM machine or simply improving […]
What is a Partial Meniscectomy?
The meniscus is a piece of cartilage that helps protect the knee by providing a cushioning disc between the shinbone and thighbone. Every leg has two menisci on both sides of the knee. While the meniscus is designed to protect the knee, it can easily be damaged or torn when over-rotated or placed under too […]
How Arthroscopic Chondroplasty Can Treat a Knee Injury
The knee is easily one of the most important joints in the body, but it is also very susceptible to damage. Most knee injuries occur when your knee directly impacts a hard surface. Athletes are also at risk of knee injuries every time they are forced to quickly change directions. A moderate knee injury will […]
Meniscus Repair for Resolving Your Injury
The meniscus is the term for the two discs of soft cartilage that connect the thigh bone to the shin bone. The meniscus helps keep the knee stable and protect the bones from breakage by absorbing shock. Tears to the meniscus can occur through contact sports such as hockey or football, but as we age, […]
